Mel Gibson to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 20, 2025

So, why not a 69-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Gibson set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in May 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Mel Gibson.

UPDATE 20/06/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Mel Gibson become the Seventh James Bond?

Gibson’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Expendables 3 (2014), Get the Gringo (2012) and Signs (2002). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Gibson now is – what next?

Three reasons Mel Gibson would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 69-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Gibson.
It would give Mel Gibson a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Gibson To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Thursday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Mel Gibson for James Bond.

“His name is Gibson. Mel Gibson!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Max Rockatansky in Mad Max, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 19, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Gibson has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 19, 2025

Rumors about Mel Gibson stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think Mel Gibson should be the next James Bond?